An excellent opportunity for an experienced pensions professional to lead the delivery of Defined Contribution (DC) operations for a large pension scheme. Working closely with an outsourced administration provider, you will oversee service delivery, regulatory compliance, stakeholder relationships, team performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
About the role
• Lead the delivery of DC pension administration services, working closely with an outsourced provider.
• Ensure service standards, compliance requirements, and operational controls are effectively maintained.
• Manage stakeholder and supplier relationships, supporting a high-quality member experience.
• Oversee team performance, projects, system testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as the DC administration subject matter expert, supporting governance and strategic objectives.
About you
• Strong DC pensions administration experience.
• Previous team leadership or management experience within pensions.
• Good understanding of pensions legislation and industry best practice.
• Experience working with third-party administrators and key stakeholders.
• Highly organised with strong communication, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
To discuss this role in confidence please call jowhittington on 020 7293 7022 or email jowhittington@sammons.co.uk. please quote reference 136105.
If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to £250! This is just one of the many roles we are working on at the Sammons Recruitment Group. Please visit our website www.sammons.co.uk for full details on all Permanent, Temporary and Contract career opportunities we are actively seeking candidates for. Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.
About the role
• Lead the delivery of DC pension administration services, working closely with an outsourced provider.
• Ensure service standards, compliance requirements, and operational controls are effectively maintained.
• Manage stakeholder and supplier relationships, supporting a high-quality member experience.
• Oversee team performance, projects, system testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as the DC administration subject matter expert, supporting governance and strategic objectives.
About you
• Strong DC pensions administration experience.
• Previous team leadership or management experience within pensions.
• Good understanding of pensions legislation and industry best practice.
• Experience working with third-party administrators and key stakeholders.
• Highly organised with strong communication, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
To discuss this role in confidence please call jowhittington on 020 7293 7022 or email jowhittington@sammons.co.uk. please quote reference 136105.
If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to £250! This is just one of the many roles we are working on at the Sammons Recruitment Group. Please visit our website www.sammons.co.uk for full details on all Permanent, Temporary and Contract career opportunities we are actively seeking candidates for. Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.
Posted: 10/09/2026
- Location
- Hybrid/London office 2 days per week
- Job type
- Salary
- £To c.£55000 per annum
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